News for 'online crime'

Why 'Feminism' is the word of the year

Why 'Feminism' is the word of the year

Rediff.com12 Dec 2017

It was the most searched word on Merriam-Webster in 2017.

IS suspect planned to attack Mother House in Kolkata, kill foreigners: NIA

IS suspect planned to attack Mother House in Kolkata, kill foreigners: NIA

Rediff.com26 Dec 2016

The Mother House in West Bengal capital is the headquarters of Mother Teresa's Missionaries of Charity.

Why Virushka need to be careful

Why Virushka need to be careful

Rediff.com20 Jul 2018

'While they do -- and should -- speak up for causes close to their heart, the couple should be mindful of the nature of social media and how even the best intentions can quickly degenerate into rancour if the issue is not approached with nuance and caution,' says Vikram Johri.

Secular student activist hacked to death in Bangladesh

Secular student activist hacked to death in Bangladesh

Rediff.com7 Apr 2016

Nazimuddin Samad, a masters student of the state-run Jagannath University's law department, was killed by suspected Islamist militants in Old Dhaka's Sutrapur area on Wednesday night.

Where is the body of 3-year-old Sherin Mathews?

Where is the body of 3-year-old Sherin Mathews?

Rediff.com29 Oct 2017

Sherin, who went missing on October 7 from her suburban Dallas home, was found dead in a culvert on October 22.

How to ensure your bank account remains safe

How to ensure your bank account remains safe

Rediff.com24 Oct 2016

With cyber criminals becoming savvier by the day, learning how to safeguard yourself is imperative.

Sheena Bora Trial: Where will Indrani wear her new shoes?

Sheena Bora Trial: Where will Indrani wear her new shoes?

Rediff.com5 Jan 2018

A mere pair of shoes sets off the kind of harsh condemnation Indrani draws in these corridors of justice. That she being a woman who killed her daughter -- never mind that she is an undertrial and the crime has not yet been proven -- apart from making her an object of curiosity, also makes her, by perception, more evil than the men that flood these corridors, facing trial for similar or worse crimes.

Amnesty criticises India for 'intensified crackdown on freedoms'

Amnesty criticises India for 'intensified crackdown on freedoms'

Rediff.com24 Feb 2016

Indian authorities failed to "prevent many incidents of religious violence and contributed to tensions through polarising speeches", Amnesty International said.

READ: Kailash Satyarthi's full speech at RSS headquarters

READ: Kailash Satyarthi's full speech at RSS headquarters

Rediff.com18 Oct 2018

Rediff.com presents the gist of the speech delivered by Mr. Kailash Satyarthi on the Foundation Day of Rashtriya Swayam Sewak Sangh.

A year after #MeToo: What has changed?

A year after #MeToo: What has changed?

Rediff.com1 Nov 2019

A year ago, India's #MeToo movement witnessed women across India speak up against sexual harassment. Nikita Puri assesses what, if anything, has changed.

No need of revealing identity of rape victims for public sympathy: HC

No need of revealing identity of rape victims for public sympathy: HC

Rediff.com25 Apr 2018

The court also said that under the provisions of the Information Technology Act, even intermediaries like social media platforms Google, Facebook and Yahoo could be held liable for penal action for display and circulation of photos and name of the victim by others.

Billionaire Vinod Khosla's daughter blackmailed by ex-boyfriend

Billionaire Vinod Khosla's daughter blackmailed by ex-boyfriend

Rediff.com7 May 2014

According to documents with the US State District Court Southern District of Ohio, Douglas Tarlow was arrested April 18. He appeared in the District Court of Ohio and on the orders of Magistrate Judge Norah McCann King, he surrendered his passport. Tarlow is not in jail.

Three small success stories. 3 big life lessons

Three small success stories. 3 big life lessons

Rediff.com8 Jul 2018

Young people have an abundance of choice today. Yet finding purpose is an altogether different challenge for them.

Activists voice concern over report ranking India most dangerous country for women

Activists voice concern over report ranking India most dangerous country for women

Rediff.com1 Jul 2018

"The issue is not whether India is first or third or fourth, the issue is that this perception should be taken seriously to set our house in order".

'Culture of adjournments' reason of long delays in cases: Prez

'Culture of adjournments' reason of long delays in cases: Prez

Rediff.com1 Sep 2018

Highlighting the pendency of cases in various courts of the country, he said Indian legal system is marked by long delays and some of the reasons for it are infrastructure gaps and considerable vacancies, particularly in subordinate courts.

What do Goans THiNK of Tarun Tejpal?

What do Goans THiNK of Tarun Tejpal?

Rediff.com7 Dec 2013

The change of government in Goa changed THiNK's character. Literary or intellectual luminaries were replaced by big-ticket celebrities, says Sunil Sethi

Cashless economy is bigger dream than 'achche din': Akhilesh

Cashless economy is bigger dream than 'achche din': Akhilesh

Rediff.com24 Dec 2016

Taking a dig at Narendra Modi's demonetisation move, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Akhilesh Yadav termed cashless economy as a "bigger dream" than 'achche din' and said the note ban will be an issue in the upcoming assembly elections in the state.

6 anti-hacking solutions for Rahul Gandhi

6 anti-hacking solutions for Rahul Gandhi

Rediff.com5 Dec 2016

Here are six ways your online account can be hacked into, and some simple yet effective ways to protect your Internet avatar.

Did India apprehend and return Dubai princess fleeing torture?

Did India apprehend and return Dubai princess fleeing torture?

Rediff.com29 Apr 2018

The operation, which the sources said was coordinated by NSA Ajit Doval, led to the rendition of the 33-year-old princess, who has said she was seeking to escape torture inflicted by her father, UAE PM and Dubai ruler Mohammed bin Rashid al-Maktoum.

From Google to Visa, all phone a friend in US over RBI diktat

From Google to Visa, all phone a friend in US over RBI diktat

Rediff.com21 Jul 2018

Cos ask US treasury to discuss data localisation norms with Indian officials at all platforms the two countries would meet, including G-20, US-India Strategic Dialogue, and IMF Annual Meet.

Ayushmann charges Rs 15-20 cr for ads!

Ayushmann charges Rs 15-20 cr for ads!

Rediff.com29 Nov 2018

'He resonates more with the youth which is always something brands want.'

All that glitters is trolled

All that glitters is trolled

Rediff.com16 Apr 2016

Facebook's reaction to Barkha Dutt's child abuse proves we know absolutely nothing about rape.

The Lokpal is no magic wand to fight corruption

The Lokpal is no magic wand to fight corruption

Rediff.com8 Jan 2014

A more informed electorate, rather than the Lokpal, can fight corruption better, argues Neeta Kolhatkar.

Woman files 1st rape complaint in Murthal incident

Woman files 1st rape complaint in Murthal incident

Rediff.com28 Feb 2016

Days after allegations of rape by Jat quota agitators near Haryana's Murthal, a woman came forward and registered a case of gangrape against seven people.

Apple says govt sought info on 65 devices till June this year

Apple says govt sought info on 65 devices till June this year

Rediff.com6 Nov 2013

The total number of such requests from global law enforcement agencies is over 12,400, Apple said in a report.

Modi may get me killed, says Kejriwal

Modi may get me killed, says Kejriwal

Rediff.com27 Jul 2016

Kejriwal sought to remind AAP volunteers, MLAs and Delhi government ministers that things will get worse in the coming days and exhorted them to 'leave' if they are not strong enough.

ATM fraudsters get innovative

ATM fraudsters get innovative

Rediff.com13 Feb 2015

The number of cyber crimes in India could touch 3,00,000 in 2015

Sheena Bora Trial: Indrani and the DNA Puzzle

Sheena Bora Trial: Indrani and the DNA Puzzle

Rediff.com13 Dec 2019

What Indrani doesn't know is that even if she is handed down a sentence of not guilty by the judge at the end of the long and meandering Sheena Bora murder trial, for India's legion of armchair judges, she will always be guilty. She won't be able to change that. Ever.

'We must empower police to insulate probes from powerful accused'

'We must empower police to insulate probes from powerful accused'

Rediff.com2 Apr 2018

'The ideal of justice is ingrained in every human being.' 'I truly feel that if we empower our forces, the rich and the powerful will lose their hold on them.' Additional Solicitor General Pinky Anand in an exclusive interview.

What we need: A toxin-free work culture

What we need: A toxin-free work culture

Rediff.com24 Jul 2017

'What's the point in lamenting widespread toxic work culture, and the capitalist system that gives rise to it if there is no alternative?' 'Actually, there is,' says Ashish Sharma.

A phone with a 'gigantic' battery life

A phone with a 'gigantic' battery life

Rediff.com4 May 2015

Wickedleak Wammy Titan 4, available for Rs 15,000, is a very good bargain. More so, if battery life is of primary concern, and I bet, nothing out there is this good. But if you want a sleek phone that is light in your hands and on your pocket please look elsewhere.

How India can fight cyber terror

How India can fight cyber terror

Rediff.com24 Apr 2015

Like China, India needs to encourage 'hacker clubs' in view of the challenges of virtual terrorism, says Lieutenant General Prakash Katoch (retd)

Snooping row: NCW asks father to verify letter

Snooping row: NCW asks father to verify letter

Rediff.com20 Nov 2013

The National Commission for Women on Wednesday wrote to the father of the woman, who was allegedly put under illegal surveillance by Gujarat police at the behest of Chief Minister Narendra Modi, asking him to confirm the veracity of the letter.

Why Indian celebrities choose silence

Why Indian celebrities choose silence

Rediff.com16 Mar 2017

"A Meryl Streep or Jimmy Kimmel can speak their mind, and stay assured that they won't be harmed. That does not happen in India," say Manavi Kapur & Ranjita Ganesan.

Image: Salman on the sets of Bajrangi Bhaijaan

Image: Salman on the sets of Bajrangi Bhaijaan

Rediff.com29 Apr 2015

A look at the top tweets from your favourite Bollywood celebrities:

'I'm not sexist, I believe a woman's best place is in the kitchen'

'I'm not sexist, I believe a woman's best place is in the kitchen'

Rediff.com9 Dec 2015

Tyson Fury has been provoking fury well beyond the ring with his pronouncements on homosexuality, women, fellow athletes and a range of other topics.

Why is UIDAI cracking down on individuals hoarding Aadhaar data?

Why is UIDAI cracking down on individuals hoarding Aadhaar data?

Rediff.com13 Apr 2016

Private firms' offer to print Aadhaar details on plastic card a breach of law

How to have a holiday free from cyber threat

How to have a holiday free from cyber threat

Rediff.com22 Dec 2014

For a little over two weeks, a group called 'Guardians of Peace' released a new bit of leaked information about Sony almost every day.

Beware! Reserve Bank does not give lottery prizes

Beware! Reserve Bank does not give lottery prizes

Rediff.com10 Dec 2014

Fraudulent emails exhorting people to deposit cash for reward are on the rise.

First look: Emraan Hashmi as Mohammad Azharuddin

First look: Emraan Hashmi as Mohammad Azharuddin

Rediff.com8 Feb 2016

The top posts on social media from your favourite Bollywood celebrities.